When Can I Start Taking Zumba Classes After Breast Reduction Surgery? Will the Skin Under my Breast Clear? (photo)

Question

I am 3 months post op and want to start taking Zumba but don't know if its too soon. Also because of my large breast; the skin under them is much darker; will this clear now that I've had BS? Can I use a whitening cream on my stomach and under breast to even out the skin tones.

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

Timing to return to specific types of exercise/activity will vary from one patient to another. Best to check with your plastic surgeon for specific advice. Remember, that he/she knows exactly what procedure was performed, how you are progressing, and is also responsible for your care.Generally, I suggest patients gradually ease back into the strenuous aerobic exercise 4 to 6 weeks postoperatively, assuming that they are doing well and there have been no complications.  Teaching/supervising,  depending on how much upper extremity involvement there is can be resumed sooner. Lower body exercise can generally be resumed 2 weeks postoperatively.  Use common sense, listen to your body, and gradually resume previous activity.   Best wishes.

Robert F. Centeno, MD, FACS · Answer

At three months postop you have healed sufficiently to be able participate in Zumba without concern for your healing. The hyperpigmentation is difficult to see in your photos, but a bleaching cream may be beneficial. Discuss this matter with your surgeon.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I think your surgeon will be fine with resuming the dance lessons three months after breast reduction but it is for him to say.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

By three months postop, you can certainly exercise unless there is an unusual complication.  At least part of the hyperpigmented area should have been removed during the surgery; you can treat the area with a bleaching cream but I would caution you to remain under the care of your plastic surgeon during the first year postop.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

In general, I allow patients to exercise vigorously about 6-8 weeks after surgery provided that everything has healed well. It is always a good idea if you are not sure to ask your doctor.

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